SAS (Scandinavian Airlines System) is based in Scandinavia and operates flights from its main hubs located in Stockholm, Copenhagen and Oslo. It is the flag carrier of the Scandinavian countries. SAS was established in 1946 and today operates domestic and international flights within Europe and it also flies to various destinations in Asia, Africa and North America.
SAS is a member of the largest airline alliance Star Alliance and it runs its own frequent flyer program named EuroBonus. SAS won numerous awards including Airline of the year as well as Best International Bonus Promotion. SAS is also named as the most punctual airline in Europe. SAS offer online check-in on its website as well as checked baggage allowance.
SAS - Basic info
| Airline name | SAS |
|---|---|
| IATA / ICAO code | SK / SAS |
| Airline hubs | Copenhagen (CPH), Oslo (OSL) and Stockholm (ARN) |
| Destinations |
Asia, Europe and North America: 92 See all routes… |
| Frequent flyer programs | EuroBonus |
| Fleet | Airbus A319-100 Airbus A320-200 Airbus A321-200 Airbus A330-300 Airbus A340-300 Boeing 737-400 Boeing 737-500 Boeing 737-600 Boeing 737-700 Boeing 737-800 Bombardier CRJ900 NextGen McDonnell Douglas MD-82 |
| Onboard refreshments |
included in the ticket price
|
| Main competitors |
Norwegian Air Shuttle,
Lufthansa
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SAS - Contacts
SAS - Customer support
- Denmark: 70 10 20 00
- Finland: 06000 25831
- Norway: 05400
- Sweden: 0770 727 727
- UK: +44 0871 226 7760
- US: +1 800 221 2350
SAS - Address
SAS Head Office Stockholm-ArlandaKabinvägen 5
SE-195 87
Stockholm
Sweden
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SAS - Check-in, Baggage Allowance & Fees
| Payment options | VISA, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro, Diners Club, Discover |
|---|---|
| Cabin baggage | weight: 8 kg, dimensions: 55x40x23 cm |
| Checked baggage | weight: 23 kg, dimensions: height + length + width = max. 158 cm |
| Excess baggage | €20 - €70 / bag, one-way, prices differ according to destination |
| Online check in | Yes |
SAS - Photos
SAS - Latest News
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SAS - Competitors
| Airline | Competitors | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Norwegian Air Shuttle | direct | 158 shared routes (48%), common bases in Oslo (OSL), Stockholm (ARN), Copenhagen (CPH), 56 shared destinations (17%) |
| Lufthansa | weak | 59 shared destinations (18%) |
| British Airways | weak | 52 shared destinations (16%) |
| Turkish Airlines | weak | 46 shared destinations (14%) |
| Vueling | weak | 43 shared destinations (13%) |
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